Squeeze Lymphedema

Lymphedema is the result of excess proteins and fluid, inflammation, and?

Primary lymphedema affects?

In the U.S., secondary lymphedema is commonly caused by

Lymphocytes are primarily responsible for?

As more and more collagen is deposited in the interstitial space

Lymphedema differs from other forms of edema because the fluid in the interstitial spaces contains more

Treatment of an extremity with mild acute lymphedema should include

Acute lymphedema of the extremity that develops 6-8 wks. postoperatively is best treated by elevating the extremity and

Treatment of acute lymphedema of an extremity following an insect bite should include elevation of the extremity and

Acute lymphedema usually resolves when?

When assessing a patient for lymphedema

Which protein content level in edema fluid is consistent with lymphedema?

The pressure applied by compression bandage therapy for lymphedema should be between

Examples of treatment for lymphedema include

Lymphangiosarcoma is a rare, lethal form of cancer that